{"id":2752,"date":"2016-08-20T11:58:00","date_gmt":"2008-08-20T11:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/edrugstore.uat.com\/articles\/?p=174"},"modified":"2008-08-20T11:58:00","modified_gmt":"2008-08-20T11:58:00","slug":"heartburn-quiz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/acid-reflux\/heartburn-quiz\/","title":{"rendered":"The Nexium Heartburn Treatment Quiz:"},"content":{"rendered":"

Answers To Your "Burning" Questions <\/span><\/h1>\n

It’s one thing to have a fire in your belly, but having a fire in your chest is hard to stomach. Heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux are all associated with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), a condition characterized by an unpleasant, burning sensation in the chest.<\/p>\n

If you’ve heard of Nexium and wonder whether it can provide relief from your heartburn and acid reflux, take this Nexium Heartburn Treatment Quiz. It will help make sure that you have all the facts about Nexium. Good luck! (Answers below.)<\/p>\n

Nexium Heartburn Treatment Quiz<\/p>\n

1. One of the main symptoms of acid reflux or heartburn is a burning pain in the chest. Which of the following is known to trigger acid reflux?<\/p>\n

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  1. Acid \treflux can be triggered by a large meal, fatty \tor spicy foods, carbonated beverages or alcohol.<\/li>\n
  2. Certain \tmedications, including some sedatives and antidepressants, can cause \tacid reflux.<\/li>\n
  3. Lying \tdown quickly after a meal can trigger acid reflux.<\/li>\n
  4. All \tof the above can cause acid reflux.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    2. People who are experiencing heartburn sometimes mistakenly believe they are having a heart attack. Which of the following is a common symptom of heartburn but NOT a heart attack?<\/p>\n

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    1. Chest pain is often accompanied by burping or gas.<\/li>\n
    2. Chest \tpain is often preceded by physical activity or exertion.<\/li>\n
    3. Chest \tpain spreads to the shoulders, neck, or arms.<\/li>\n
    4. Chest \tpain is accompanied by dizziness and\/or shortness of breath.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      3. What type of heartburn treatment is Nexium?<\/p>\n

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      1. Nexium \tis an antacid that treats heartburn by neutralizing acid in the \tstomach.<\/li>\n
      2. Nexium \tis an H2 blocker that reduces the amount of acid released into the \tstomach.<\/li>\n
      3. Nexium \tis proton pump inhibitor that blocks a stomach enzyme, which \tdecreases acid production.<\/li>\n
      4. Nexium \tis an alginate that prevents acid from backing up into the \tesophagus.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        4. What two heartburn treatments are most similar to Nexium in terms of how they work?<\/p>\n

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        1. Zantac \tand Pepcid.<\/li>\n
        2. Tums \tand Mylanta.<\/li>\n
        3. Prilosec \tand Protonix<\/li>\n
        4. Tagamet \tand Maalox.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          5. In what way(s) does Nexium work on heartburn and acid reflux?<\/p>\n

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          1. Nexium \tcreates a protective barrier between the stomach and the esophagus.<\/li>\n
          2. Nexium \thelps heal erosions in the lining of the esophagus.<\/li>\n
          3. Nexium \treduces production of stomach acid.<\/li>\n
          4. Both \tB and C above are true.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            6. Nexium heartburn treatment is available in 20 mg and 40 mg purple capsules. The active ingredient in Nexium is:<\/p>\n

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            1. Mylantium.<\/li>\n
            2. Esomeprazole.<\/li>\n
            3. Omeprazole.<\/li>\n
            4. Nexanazole.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              7. Nexium capsules should never be chewed or crushed but should be swallowed whole. If you find swallowing Nexium difficult, empty the capsule into a tablespoon of honey, yogurt or cool applesauce. Regardless of how you take Nexium, which of the following correctly describes WHEN to take this heartburn treatment?<\/p>\n

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              1. Nexium \tis most effective in relieving heartburn if taken immediately after \teating.<\/li>\n
              2. Nexium \tshould be taken at least one hour before a meal and at the same time \tevery day.<\/li>\n
              3. Take \tNexium at the first sign of heartburn or acid reflux.<\/li>\n
              4. Nexium \tshould always be taken first thing in the morning.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                8. How long should I take Nexium as a treatment for acid reflux and heartburn?<\/p>\n

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                1. Nexium \tis normally prescribed for four to eight weeks.<\/li>\n
                2. Nexium \tshould be taken for six months to heal \tthe esophageal damage caused by acid reflux.<\/li>\n
                3. Nexium \tshould not be taken to treat heartburn for more than seven \tconsecutive days.<\/li>\n
                4. For \tmaximum benefit as a heartburn treatment, Nexium should be taken for \ta full year.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  9. Pregnant women suffering from acid reflux should not take Nexium unless advised to do so by a doctor. In addition, which of the following statements about women and Nexium is true?<\/p>\n

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                  1. Nexium \theartburn treatment is less effective for post-menopausal women than \tit is for pre-menopausal women.<\/li>\n
                  2. Nexium \tcan affect the regularity of a woman’s menstrual period.<\/li>\n
                  3. Breastfeeding \tor lactating women should not take Nexium as a heartburn treatment.<\/li>\n
                  4. Women \twho take birth control pills should not take Nexium as a heartburn \ttreatment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    10. Which of the following is NOT an effective way to reduce heartburn \/ acid reflux?<\/p>\n

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                    1. Maintain \ta healthy weight.<\/li>\n
                    2. Don’t \tlie down too soon after eating.<\/li>\n
                    3. Loosen \tyour belt to reduce pressure on your abdomen.<\/li>\n
                    4. Exercise \tlightly before eating.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      To learn more about acid reflux and heartburn treatments, consult the online knowledge base<\/a> or the Nexium product information page<\/a> on eDrugstore.com.<\/p>\n

                      Answers: 1)D 2)A 3)C 4)C 5)D 6) B 7)B 8)A 9)C 10)D<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                      Answers To Your "Burning" Questions It’s one thing to have a fire in your belly, but having a fire in your chest is hard to stomach. Heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux are all associated with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), a condition characterized by an unpleasant, burning sensation in the chest. If you’ve heard of Nexium […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_autoblog_aioseo_focus_keyphrase":"","_autoblog_aioseo_title":"","_autoblog_aioseo_description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2752","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-acid-reflux"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t